Static caravans
Factory to park, park to park and park to dock. We work with many different clients, from blue-chip, family-owned, one to two park and trader businesses. Every delivery is treated with the utmost care.
Get a caravan quoteStatic caravan and lodge transport, anywhere in the UK
CaraNation moves static caravans, holiday lodges, modular buildings and other abnormal loads across England, Scotland and Wales. Every move is surveyed, insured and escorted.
- Site access checked before you get a price
- Our own trained escort crews on every wide load
- Fully insured in transit, RHA member, CHAS accredited
- Out-of-hours and short-notice moves available, in line with the legal notification timeframes set out by each authority
Fully insured transits
STGO abnormal loads
England, Scotland & Wales
Based in Hull
What we move
From a single caravan changing pitch to a multi-section modular building crossing the country. Each load gets its own route plan.
Twin units
We have various trailer and unit combinations to ensure that your twin unit is delivered safely and is not too high for travelling throughout the UK network.
Get a twin unit quote
Modular buildings and cabins
Site offices, classrooms and modular units moved whole or in sections.
Get a modular quote
Out-of-gauge cargo and other abnormal loads
Whether you are a manufacturer requiring chassis or you require a garden office pod delivery, we can assist.
Get an abnormal load quote
Escort vehicle hire
Moving an abnormal load yourself? Hire our fully equipped pilot vehicles and trained crews for the day or week. Why not enquire about our Ab-loads notification assistance service to help your delivery go as smoothly as possible?
Ask about escort hire
STGO loads
We have STGO CAT 1 plated vehicles for that wider or bigger load that you may have. Experienced and knowledgeable HGV drivers and escort vehicle drivers will ensure accuracy and efficiency of each delivery.
Get an STGO quoteNeed assistance with your abnormal load?
We offer:
- Route surveys for access and egress
- Movement notifications to police and highway authorities
- Escort crews and pilot vehicles for hire
- Support on your movement
How a move works
No surprises on the day. Here's what happens between your enquiry and the caravan being delivered.
Tell us about the load
Where it is, where it's going, and the size (length and width including any overhanging features, such as guttering or flues). A photo helps if you have one. Do the legs work? Are the tyres inflated?
What we will check
Gateways, verges, overhead cables, tight turns. We look at access at collection and delivery before we quote.
You get a fixed price
One quote covering transport, escorts and any notifications or permits the route needs.
We move it
Trained transportation team, self-escorted where required, and delivered as close to where you would like it at the other end on hard standing ground, providing the area is safe to do so.
Why parks, manufacturers and owners use CaraNation
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Surveyed before it's priced
We don't quote blind. Access is checked at both ends so the price you get is the price you pay.
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Our own escorts, not subcontractors
Wide loads travel with our trained pilot crews, correct signage and notifications already arranged.
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Accredited and insured
Road Haulage Association member and CHAS accredited contractor. Goods in transit and public liability cover on every job.
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Available when parks need us
Out-of-hours and short-notice moves for season changeovers, emergencies and site deadlines.
Recent moves
Accreditations and policies
The certificates we hold and the policies we work to. Useful if you're a park operator or manufacturer doing supplier checks.
Road Haulage Association member
View certificate (PDF)
CHAS accredited contractor (SSIP)
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Health and safety policy
As required by the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, this is the Health, Safety and Welfare Policy of CaraNation Ltd.
Statement of intent
CaraNation recognises its responsibility to its employees and will do all that is reasonably practicable to ensure their health, safety and welfare at work, and that others are not put at risk by its undertakings. We consult employees on health and safety matters, provide information, instruction, training and supervision, provide and maintain safe plant and equipment, and work in partnership with employees to prevent accidents and work-related ill health.
This policy is reviewed at least once a year, and sooner following significant changes to working arrangements, new plant or hazards, changes of personnel, new legislation or guidance, an accident, or a government inspection.
Responsibilities
- All employees follow safe systems of work, use PPE correctly, report accidents and near misses, and raise suggestions for improvement.
- Supervisors ensure risk assessments are produced and followed, run toolbox talks, and check correct PPE is worn.
- Managers carry out periodic safety inspections, identify training needs, and ensure contractors are safely managed.
- Directors hold overall responsibility for the effectiveness of this policy, provide adequate resources, and ensure regular emergency drills are carried out.
DDR Consultants Ltd is appointed as the company's Safety Advisor, supporting risk assessments, accident investigations, safety audits and staff training.
General arrangements
The policy sets out arrangements covering, among other things:
- Consultation with employees on health and safety, including an open-door policy for raising concerns
- A zero-tolerance drugs and alcohol policy, and smoking/vaping restricted to designated areas
- Safety signage, and noise assessment under the Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005
- Personal protective equipment (PPE), provided and maintained to current regulations
- First aid provision at company premises and in all company vehicles
- Fire and emergency procedures, with regular drills and inspected firefighting equipment
- Hand-arm vibration controls for portable equipment
- Risk assessments and safe systems of work, reviewed at least annually or after any incident
- Safe use of plant, equipment and vehicles, including trained operatives and pre-use inspections
- Escort vehicles and route notifications to local and police authorities for abnormal loads
- Staff training, with records kept and refresher training scheduled
- Accident and near-miss reporting, including RIDDOR reporting where required
- Control of substances hazardous to health (COSHH), electrical equipment testing, and manual handling
- Lifting equipment, inspected annually (six-monthly for accessories) by a competent person
- Housekeeping, work at height, and lone working procedures
- Display screen equipment, and work on third-party premises or client sites
- Health surveillance, including confidential support for employees experiencing stress
- Environmental responsibility, and welfare facilities for all personnel
Policy effectiveness is monitored through workplace and vehicle inspections, site audits, accident trend analysis, near-miss reporting, and management review meetings, and is formally reviewed by the directors at least annually.
Signed: Stuart Pooley (Director), May 2026
Environmental policy
CaraNation Limited recognises that its caravan transportation and associated business activities can have an impact on the environment. We are committed to conducting our business in an environmentally responsible manner, preventing pollution where reasonably practicable, reducing waste, minimising emissions and making efficient use of energy, fuel, water and other resources.
We will comply with applicable environmental legislation and other relevant requirements, and will continually seek opportunities to improve our environmental performance.
Scope
This policy applies to all employees, drivers, contractors and other persons working on behalf of the company, covering caravan transportation and delivery, company and transport vehicles, loading and unloading, vehicle and equipment maintenance, fuel storage and use, waste, office and depot activities, pollution prevention and environmental emergencies, and procurement of goods and services.
Fuel use and vehicle emissions
As transport is central to our business, we reduce fuel consumption and emissions by planning journeys efficiently, avoiding unnecessary vehicle movements, minimising idling, maintaining vehicles to manufacturers' recommendations, monitoring fuel consumption, selecting fuel-efficient vehicles when replacing our fleet, ensuring vehicles are properly loaded, and encouraging fuel-efficient driving.
Pollution prevention
We take reasonable steps to prevent pollution of land, water and air, with particular attention to diesel and fuel, engine oil and lubricants, hydraulic fluids, cleaning products, batteries, waste materials, and accidental spills or leaks. Vehicles and equipment are inspected and maintained to reduce the likelihood of leaks, and suitable spill-control materials are available where appropriate.
Waste management
We apply the waste hierarchy wherever reasonably practicable (prevent, reuse, recycle, recover, dispose) and use only suitable, appropriately authorised waste contractors, retaining waste transfer documentation where required. Hazardous waste such as waste oils, contaminated materials, batteries or chemicals is managed separately.
Caravan loading, unloading and transport
Drivers and transport personnel avoid unnecessary engine idling, prevent fuel, oil or other substances being released during transport, secure caravans and equipment correctly, avoid unnecessary journeys, keep loading and unloading areas clean, report environmental incidents immediately, and respect local communities by minimising unnecessary noise.
Vehicle and equipment maintenance
Vehicles, trailers and equipment are maintained to manufacturers' requirements, helping to reduce fuel consumption, prevent oil and fluid leaks, reduce exhaust emissions and noise, extend equipment life, and prevent avoidable environmental incidents.
Energy and resource efficiency
We seek to minimise unnecessary consumption of electricity, fuel, water, paper, packaging and other materials, and encourage employees to switch off unnecessary lighting, heating, computers and equipment.
Environmental incidents and emergencies
Incidents such as fuel or oil spills, hydraulic fluid leaks, chemical spills, pollution entering drains or watercourses, and significant smoke or emissions are reported promptly to management, investigated, and followed up with corrective action, contacting the appropriate environmental regulator or emergency service where necessary.
Training, suppliers and continual improvement
Employees and drivers receive environmental information appropriate to their duties, covering fuel-efficient driving, pollution prevention, spill response, waste segregation and the safe handling of fuels, oils and chemicals. Where practicable, preference is given to suppliers and contractors who demonstrate good environmental practices. We continually seek to reduce fuel consumption and emissions, increase recycling, reduce waste, and improve employee environmental awareness.
This policy is reviewed at least annually, or sooner following significant changes to our activities, environmental risks or legislation.
Approved by Stuart Pooley, Managing Director. Effective 15 September 2026, review due 15 September 2027.
Modern slavery statement
Modern slavery is a heinous crime and a morally reprehensible act that deprives a person's liberty and dignity for another person's gain. It is a real problem for millions of people around the world, including many in developed countries, who are being kept and exploited in various forms of slavery. Every company is at risk of being involved in this crime through its own operations and its supply chain.
At CaraNation Ltd, we have a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery and are fully committed to preventing slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chain. This statement sets out the steps we have taken to understand potential modern slavery risks related to our business, and to prevent slavery and human trafficking.
Our business and supply chains
CaraNation Ltd specialises in the transportation of static caravans and lodges throughout the UK, and operates exclusively within the UK. We establish a relationship of trust and integrity with all our suppliers, built upon mutually beneficial factors. Our supplier selection and on-boarding procedure includes due diligence of the supplier's reputation, respect for the law, compliance with health, safety and environmental standards, and references.
We have not been made aware of any allegations of human trafficking or slavery activities against any of our suppliers. If we were, we would act immediately against the supplier and report it to the authorities.
Risk assessment
In the past year, we conducted a risk assessment of our supply chain, taking into account:
- The risk profile of individual countries, based on the Global Slavery Index
- The business services rendered by suppliers
- The presence of vulnerable demographic groups
- News analysis and the insights of labour and human rights groups
This assessment determines our response and the risk controls we implement.
Policies
CaraNation Ltd operates the following policies for identifying and preventing slavery and human trafficking in our operations:
- Whistleblowing Policy: we encourage all employees, customers and suppliers to report any suspicion of slavery or human trafficking without fear of retaliation.
- Code of Conduct: clearly states the actions and behaviour expected of employees when representing the business.
- Purchasing Code: our Purchasing Code and supplier contracts make explicit reference to slavery and human trafficking.
Supplier due diligence
We conduct due diligence on all new suppliers during on-boarding, and on existing suppliers at regular intervals, including assessing risk, auditing health and safety and labour standards, requiring improvements where needed, and sanctioning suppliers that fail to improve. We require all suppliers to attest that they do not use forced, compulsory or slave labour; that employees work voluntarily and are free to leave; that employees receive a proper employment contract; that no deposits are required or salaries withheld; and that passports or work permits are never surrendered as a condition of employment.
Training
We instruct all employees on how to recognise and report modern slavery, including the warning signs (such as unrealistically low prices), how to respond if slavery or trafficking is suspected, and how concerns should be escalated. Employees attest that they will abide by CaraNation Ltd's anti-slavery policy.
Measuring how we're performing
We track key performance indicators including the number of employees who have completed mandatory training, the number of suppliers running an equivalent awareness programme, and the number of reports made by employees indicating awareness of ethical issues.
This statement covers 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2027, and was approved by the board of CaraNation Ltd at the board meeting on 19 June 2026.
Signed: Stuart Pooley, 19 June 2026
Privacy policy
This policy explains how CaraNation Ltd handles information when you use this website.
Quote and contact forms
When you send us a quote request through this site, the details you enter are emailed to info@caranation.co.uk so we can respond. We use them to reply to your enquiry, arrange a survey or prepare a quote, and keep them only as long as reasonably needed for that purpose and for normal business record-keeping. We do not sell or share your details with third parties.
Cookies and tracking
This site does not set cookies, run analytics or advertising trackers, or load anything from third-party servers.
Your rights
Under UK data protection law you have the right to ask what information we hold about you, to have it corrected, or to have it deleted. To exercise any of these rights, email info@caranation.co.uk. If you're unhappy with how we've handled your information, you also have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner's Office (ico.org.uk).
Changes to this policy
We may update this policy from time to time as the website changes. The version on this page is always the current one.
CaraNation Ltd, Century Yard, Hedon Road, Hull, HU12 8FB.
Questions we get asked
How much does it cost to move a static caravan?
It depends on distance, the size of the unit, and how easy access is at both ends. That's why we check the sites before we quote. Send us the details and you'll have a fixed price within one working day.
Do you cover my area?
We move loads throughout England, Scotland and Wales from our base in Hull. If you're unsure whether we cover your route, send us the details. We usually can.
Is the caravan insured while it's on your trailer?
Yes. Every move is covered by goods in transit and public liability insurance. Certificates are available on request.
Do I need an escort vehicle?
Most static caravans require an attendant or escort vehicle to accompany the load while in transit (sometimes both). We include escorts in the quote where they are required, along with any police or highway authority notifications.
How much notice do you need?
The more the better, as we generally plan several weeks in advance, particularly for STGO loads that legally require a minimum 5-day notification period, and a standard caravan at a 2-day minimum. That said, we do short-notice and out-of-hours moves regularly, so get in touch if you're in a hurry and we can ask the respective authority whether they will authorise the move.
Do you site the caravan when it arrives?
We'll position the unit as close as we can safely and legally to the required destination. We will only deliver on hard standing ground and are unable to deliver on grass or soft ground. Connection of services and levelling on jacks or blocks is usually handled by the park or your siting contractor. We work closely with many siting teams throughout the UK, so we can put you in touch with companies who specialise in this if required.
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Email
info@caranation.co.uk
Yard
Century Yard, Hedon Road, Hull, HU12 8FB